A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child protection law,” by amending section 3a (MCL 722.623a), as added by 1996 PA 581.
Senate Bill No. 824 seeks to amend the Child Protection Law of 1975. The bill specifically targets the mandatory reporting requirements for individuals who are required to report suspected child abuse or neglect. It mandates these individuals to notify the Department if a newborn infant is found with any amount of alcohol, controlled substances, or their metabolites in their system. The Department is then responsible for developing a plan of safe care for the infant and their parents, ensuring services are provided during and after pregnancy. Importantly, the bill clarifies that a report of suspected child abuse or neglect is not required solely based on the presence of these substances if they result from medical treatment administered to the birth parent.
Co-sponsored by Sens.
Referred to the Committee on Housing and Human Services
